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How to avoid getting injured while exercising

Visit a personal trainer or get a coach.They can help you meet your goal by teaching you how to obtain that goal safely. If you want to start hitting the weights, they can show you how to safely use each different piece of equipment.

Warm up and stretch. The warmer your muscles are, the better the blood will flow to the working muscles, therefore, the less you are susceptible to pulling one.

Be realistic. If you’re hitting the gym after taking a few months off, don’t jump right back in the intense workout program you signed up for then. You muscles need to work back up into the old routine.

Dress right. Don’t wear loose clothing around exercise equipment such as an elliptical where it can get caught on moving parts. Make sure you wear the appropriate shoes. Your feet won’t tire as easily with the proper padding and support. Not to mention it’ll save you the pain of sores and blisters!

Eat well and drink water. Be sure to get enough water in your body before a workout. It helps you sweat and keeps your body cool so you don’t pass out. Carbohydrates will give you energy to burn during your workout. After working out, make sure to eat protein in order to repair and build muscle.

It’s not just about cardio. Being in shape also means having muscles that can recover quickly and react when they need to. Add some crunches and push-ups to your routine to help you build your core and other muscles.

Take time to recover. Your body will tell you when it needs rest. If you feel sore or achy, you should take a day or two off to give those muscles recovery time. If you feel tired all the time, reevaluate your workout routine. Don’t push your body too hard all at once. Build it up in steps.

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